Tinea Flashcards
1
Q
Tinea
A
- term given to dermatophyte fungal infections
2
Q
Main types of tinea infection
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- tinea capitis (scalp)
- tinea corporis (trunk, legs, arms)
- tinea pedis (feet)
3
Q
Tinea capitis
A
- scarring alopecia
- mostly seen in children
- scalp scarpings for diagnosis
4
Q
Management of tinea capitis
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- oral antifunfals (terbinafine)
- topical ketoconazole shampoo
5
Q
Tinea corporis
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- ringworm
- well-defined annular, erythematois lesions
- oral fluconazole or topical carbimazole
